On October 5, 2024, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) held its 9th Annual Celebration of Entrepreneurial Successes at Edmonton City Hall. This special event recognizes the dedication and commitment of entrepreneurs from the Entrepreneurship Supports Program, particularly newcomers who have effectively utilized AHC’s resources for SME support.
Each year, AHC’s Entrepreneurship Supports Program (ESP) engages cohorts of aspiring entrepreneurs, offering expert guidance in business creation, planning, development, launching, and growth strategies. This initiative is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). More than 60 entrepreneurs from the Fall 2023 to Spring 2024 cohort were honored for their achievements. These graduates actively participated in various ESP events, such as farmers’ markets, K-Days, online webinars, business boot camps, clubs, trips, coaching, and mentorship. The event also provided a valuable opportunity for SMEs to connect, network, and showcase their products and services to the community.
Inspiring testimonials shared during the event demonstrated how the ESP program has fueled the graduates’ entrepreneurial spirit, empowering them to navigate the Canadian business landscape with confidence. The gathering brought together local entrepreneurs, business mentors, community leaders, dignitaries from the City of Edmonton, MLAs, funders, partners, and stakeholders, all united in celebrating the successes of Edmonton’s local entrepreneurs. The event concluded with the presentation of certificates to the program graduates.
To learn more about our Entrepreneurship Supports Program, visit our webpage here.
